Joe Dante: podcast appearances and interviews

Joe Dante is an American film director born on November 28, 1946. His films often blend elements of the 1950s-style B movie genre with 1960s radicalism and cartoon comedy. Notable works include Gremlins and its sequel Gremlins 2: The New Batch, as well as Piranha, The Howling, Explorers, Innerspace, The 'Burbs, Matinee, Small Soldiers, and Looney Tunes: Back in Action. Dante's filmography also extends to television and cable projects. He directed the social satire The Second Civil War and episodes of the anthology series Masters of Horror, including 'Homecoming' and 'The Screwfly Solution.' His work on other television programs includes Police Squad! and Hawaii Five-0. His diverse body of work reflects an interest in genre blending, comedy, and satire across multiple media formats.